8 Dreamy Autumnal Homes for Sale

These historical homes seem to have been built just for fall.

"Oh the leaves, they are a-changin'!" Let's face it: There is fall, and then there is fall in New England. As peak foliage season sweeps through the Northeast, we've got crisp autumn breezes and cozy sweaters on our minds. We'd happily dream the days away in any of these fall-ready historical homes for sale throughout New England.

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The thought of owning 116 acres of colorful fall foliage makes us weak in the knees. But wait—there's more! This beautiful historic farmhouse comes with 3,000 feet of waterfront frontage on the tranquil Saco River. There's also a renovated barn and rebuilt carriage house, in addition to all the best cold-weather accoutrements such as a stone fireplace and an antique stove.

We're certain that the circa 1805 Deniston House looks gorgeous year-round, but it's especially lovely laced with freshly-fallen leaves! Located in the charming town of Royalton, Vermont, the Federal-style home features stenciled pine floors, period wallpaper and three original fireplaces. That beautiful tree looks hammock-ready, don't you agree?

This picture says it all, doesn't it? When we hit the lottery, we're heading straight to Bridgewater, Vermont, to snatch up one of the area's earliest farmsteads. Surrounded by 200-year old maple trees (we smell pumpkin pancakes!), the antique cape dates back to 1783. The guest barn (pictured here) houses a woodworking shop and offers stunning views of rolling pastures as far as the eye can see. Fall never looked better.

If you're the type who loves a project, you'll adore this little fixer-upper near the coast of Maine. At just over 1,200 square feet, the home is a manageable size for a restoration and features a detached barn that would be perfect for a quaint guest house. Need inspiration? Just sit outside and let the striking autumn hues feed your imagination.

Fall colors reign supreme in Barnet, Vermont, where you'll find the Old Shaw Farm nestled in the rolling hills. Situated on 158 acres, the property was most recently used as an organic vegetable farm. The original farmhouse dates back to 1875 and is the perfect place to raise a large family. We wouldn't mind a life of sitting back on the porch and taking in all that beautiful scenery!

The centerpiece of this 2.2-acre property is a classic Greek Revival home, located within the boundaries of the Newfane Village Historic District. The home has all of the amenities you'd need to enjoy the most colorful season, including a covered side porch, early stone walls, outdoor fireplace and a brook-side sitting area. Inside the home are wide pine floors and a beamed cathedral ceiling. What is it about Vermont that never seems to get old?

True history lovers will adore this beautiful New Hampshire property, which the listing describes as a "masterpiece restoration of a 1665 Pilgrim-era, saltbox Garrison-style home." Peeking inside, you'll notice how meticulously the restorers respected the period. Also on the property are a reconstructed carriage house, barn, water tower, corn crib and an intact 1700s one-room school house! The price is certainly steep, but what more could you need?

Nothing screams "fall" more than a pumpkin-colored home! Dating back to around 1793, this historical farmhouse sits alongside an outbuilding formerly used as a general store. We're betting it would make the perfect place from which to sell hot apple cider and spiced donuts.

Writer Elizabeth Finkelstein is a self-proclaimed old house addict on a lifelong hunt for her perfect historic home. From big Victorian fixer-uppers to tiny colonials to mid-century modern masterpieces, Elizabeth believes that the best homes show the charm of having been loved over time. She chronicles it all on her website CIRCA, which showcases beautiful old houses for sale across the country.

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